Cabin options near Danville, New Hampshire offer overnight accommodations within 25 miles of town, ranging from rustic shelters to more equipped structures. Located in southern New Hampshire, the area sits at approximately 300 feet elevation with humid summer temperatures averaging 80°F during peak camping season. Winter cabin rentals remain available at select locations, though amenities may differ from summer offerings.
What to do
Water recreation at Pawtuckaway State Park: Visitors can rent canoes and kayaks directly from the park or bring their own to explore the lake. According to Matt R., "This is a fantastic little camp if you want to go canoeing or kayaking or boating of any kind! It's set up on three islands and a large majority of the campsites are right on the water."
Mountain biking at Bear Brook State Park Campground: Access trails directly from the campground for riding through 10,000 acres of forest preserve. One camper notes, "We camped here to check out the mountain bike trails in the park and weren't disappointed on either count. The campground is nice and spacious, well kept and the staff is friendly. The biking trails were a blast."
History exploration: Visit the CCC museum and antique snowmobile museum at Bear Brook State Park. A reviewer reports, "For history, check out the antique snowmobile museum and the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) museum. The CCC built much of the infrastructure here and elsewhere in the country."
Swimming options: Multiple parks offer swimming areas with sandy beaches. At Pawtuckaway, Susan B. mentions, "The walk to the beach was along a public parking lot. The beach was clean. The small store is well stocked. You can rent kayaks here."
What campers like
Private waterfront sites at Pawtuckaway State Park Campground: Sites along the water provide direct access for fishing and boating. According to J L., "The sites on the water book up quickly but they're perfect for fishing and boating. Also, the view!"
Wooded settings at Wakeda Campground: Tall pines create natural separation between many sites. One reviewer shares, "We were overwhelmed by the beautiful massive forest. The campground was splendid with old tall pine trees everywhere."
Family activities: Many campgrounds offer scheduled events during summer weekends. Anna C. from Pawtuckaway notes, "There is a nice stretch of sandy beach at the campground as well as canoes and kayaks for rent. The convenience store at the campground had essentially everything you would need for a good camping trip."
Cabin locations with extra privacy: Some cabins are set back from main camping areas. At Wakeda, Kris S. explains, "We stayed in one of the cabins and it served its purpose especially during a passing storm. It was nice to sit in the front porch and watch the storm."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Most cabins near Danville require advance booking, especially for waterfront locations. At Pawtuckaway, a camper notes, "If you plan ahead and get a waterfront site it's amazing... but all the sites are roomy and lovely to camp at!"
Bathroom facilities: Quality and accessibility vary between campgrounds and can change with seasons. Jean C. from Bear Brook explains, "Bathhouses offer coin-operated showers; I noticed a price difference between the two of them, so went with the less expensive option!"
Weather considerations: Spring camping may encounter cooler nights. Kris M. from Pawtuckaway reports, "We went in early May, when it was still a bit cold at night (in the low 40s) and not many people were around. The campground, though we had neighbors in every adjoining site, was pretty quiet."
Varying cabin layouts: Wakeda Campground cabins include front porches but interior configurations differ. According to a visitor, "Its a nice no frills campground. We stayed in one of cabins and it served its purpose especially during a passing storm."
Store hours: Camp stores often have limited operating hours, especially during weekdays or late season. At Pawtuckaway, a camper notes, "The small store is well stocked. You can rent kayaks here."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose sites near recreational areas for easier supervision. At Tuxbury Pond RV Campground, a visitor mentions, "The pool, playground, bathrooms, and basketball court were all open and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay!"
Entertainment options: Many campgrounds schedule weekend activities for children. A visitor to Old Stage Campground shares, "They had a few family events that were also fun and great for kids."
Site selection for groups: Consider adjoining sites for family gatherings. Ellen C. from Bear Brook advises, "I also liked the sites across from ours near the ball field and thought they would make a nice place for a large group of friends to pitch their tents (Sites 31, 32, 33, 34)."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Morning and evening offer best animal sighting chances. One camper at Bear Brook notes, "Walking around we saw wild turkeys, bunnies, and a hummingbird."
Tips for RVers
Access considerations: Some camping cabins near Danville share access roads with RV sites. At Old Stage Campground, a visitor notes, "The road in is dirt but is mostly level. The majority of the campground were seasonal campers who had really settled in."
Power reliability: Electrical service varies between parks. At Wakeda, Zachary W. reports, "Great employees, clean reliable power. No issues great spread out sites."
Hookup options: Winding River Campground offers cabins with nearby RV services. A visitor mentions, "My family of 3 stayed at tent site 523 in the Oak area. I clearly had one of the largest and most private tent sites. It was set back with a long driveway tucked between 522 and 524."
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds close between October and May. Tracey S. from Sunset Park notes, "I only stayed overnight as I was passing through. Very helpful staff, beautiful grounds covered in grass, unique setting."
